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Metro
6 days ago
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- Metro
Australian music icon Marcie Jones dies aged 79 after cancer diagnosis
Marcie Jones, the trailblazing Australian singer celebrated for her dynamic presence in the 1960s girl group Marcie & The Cookies, has passed away at the age of 79. Her death on May 31, 2025, came just days after she publicly disclosed her leukemia diagnosis, expressing determination to fight the illness. Her daughter-in-law, Lisa Asta, confirmed her passing, remembering Jones as a 'legend, an icon,' and a guiding light to her family and fans. She wrote: 'It's with great sadness to let you all know that my beautiful mother-in-law, Marcie Jones, passed away yesterday evening. I feel numb inside.' 'Marc, never again will there be our little outbursts of song and dance. You made me laugh so hard and always gave me great advice. You were a legend, an icon, and you will always be remembered,' she continued. 'You always said that we were so alike in many ways, and that's why I know you will always be my guiding light.' Asta concluded: 'I will miss you so much. I love you. Until we meet again to sing another song!' The Australian Recording Industry Association also paid tribute to Jones on Instagram, calling her a 'True pioneer of Australian music.' In March 2025, Jones announced plans for a concert to celebrate her 80th birthday and 65 years in the entertainment industry, scheduled for June 29. However, her health declined rapidly. 'Sorry to start the day with rotten news. I am in hospital with [leukemia], starting treatment soon,' she wrote on social media in late May, per Express. 'We are all feeling very scared but I'll fight as hard as I can.' Born in Melbourne in 1945, Jones began her musical journey at 15, performing with local bands such as The Thunderbirds and The Playboys. Her appearances on the popular television program The Go!! Show in the mid-1960s catapulted her to national recognition. In 1967, Jones joined forces with the Cook sisters, Margaret, Beverley, and Wendy, to form Marcie & The Cookies. More Trending The group stood out in Australia's male-dominated music scene, delivering hits like I Would If I Could and a rendition of White Christmas. Their synchronized performances and vocal harmonies garnered acclaim, leading to tours across Europe, Asia, and the UK. Transitioning to a solo career in the 1970s, Jones signed with Warner Music and released her debut album, That Girl Jones, in 1974. The album featured the single Gonna Get Married, which climbed the charts. Throughout her career, she shared stages with renowned artists such as The Monkees, The Seekers, Cliff Richard, and Tom Jones. Beyond music, Jones was a multifaceted talent. She authored children's books, co-hosted a radio show titled Blonde and Blonder, and published her memoir, Runs In The Blood, in 2008. Got a story? If you've got a celebrity story, video or pictures get in touch with the entertainment team by emailing us celebtips@ calling 020 3615 2145 or by visiting our Submit Stuff page – we'd love to hear from you. MORE: Conflict frontman Colin Jerwood dies aged 63 after 'short illness' MORE: Netflix set to drop major Led Zeppelin documentary that's missing one key part MORE: OnlyFans and adult film star Koby Falks dies aged 42
Yahoo
03-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Marcie Jones, Lead Singer of Marcie & The Cookies, Dies at 79
Australian music trailblazer Marcie Jones has died at the age of 79, just days after publicly revealing a leukemia diagnosis. The beloved vocalist first rose to fame in the late 1960s as the powerhouse lead singer of Marcie & The Cookies, an all-female vocal group that helped break ground in Australia's male-dominated music scene. After her time with the Cookies, Jones launched a solo career that included a string of singles and her debut album, That Girl Jones, across the 1970s. More from Billboard Kneecap Announce Massive Wembley Arena Headline Show Drake & PARTYNEXTDOOR Announce '$ome $pecial $hows 4 U.K.' Tour Dates Joe Jonas Reflects on Infamous 'South Park' Episode: 'I Was the Only Brother That Loved It' Rolling Stone Australia reported that Jones passed away on Friday (May 31), with her daughter-in-law Lisa Asta confirming the news in a Facebook tribute shared the following day. 'It's with great sadness to let you all know that my beautiful mother-in-law, Marcie Jones, passed away yesterday evening,' Asta wrote. 'I feel numb inside. Marc, never again will there be our little outbursts of song and dance. You made me laugh so hard and always gave me great advice.' 'You were a legend, an icon, and you will always be remembered. You always said that we were so alike in many ways, and that's why I know you will always be my guiding light. I will miss you so much. I love you. Until we meet again to sing another song.' The Herald Sun reported that just five days earlier, on May 27, Jones had revealed her leukemia diagnosis on social media. 'Sorry to start the day with rotten news,' she wrote. 'I am in hospital with leukemia, starting treatment soon. We are all feeling very scared but I'll fight as hard as I can.' ARIA and PPCA both paid tribute to Jones following her passing. 'We are saddened to hear of the passing of Marcie Jones, a true pioneer of Australian music,' ARIA wrote in a statement. 'As the powerhouse voice behind Marcie and the Cookies, Marcie helped pave the way for women in a male-dominated industry, breaking new ground in the 1960s and touring internationally with her signature sound. 'From The Go!! Show to global stages alongside The Monkees, The Seekers, Cliff Richard and Tom Jones, Marcie's impact on Australian music history is undeniable.' PPCA added, 'From her beginnings as a teenage performer to her rise as a charting solo artist and the lead of the pioneering girl group Marcie and the Cookies, Marcie championed originality, resilience and talent. She was a proud contributor to Australia's musical identity, taking her voice across Asia, Europe and the UK, and sharing the stage with international legends.' They added that her legacy 'will continue to inspire generations of artists.' Throughout her decades-long career, Jones performed across Asia, Europe and the U.K., and shared the stage with legends including The Monkees, Cliff Richard, Tom Jones and The Seekers. Her 2008 memoir Runs In The Blood described her as 'an unsung Australian music legend' who 'may not have received the accolades of some of her more recognised peers, but has remained stoic in her determination to perform, write and be a mother to her two boys.' Best of Billboard Chart Rewind: In 1989, New Kids on the Block Were 'Hangin' Tough' at No. 1 Janet Jackson's Biggest Billboard Hot 100 Hits H.E.R. & Chris Brown 'Come Through' to No. 1 on Adult R&B Airplay Chart
